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      <video:description><![CDATA[Seattle Chocolate is now Maeve – a rebranding decision debuted at Natural Product Expo West which reflects the limitations of regional references in names and better speaks to the company’s broader values]]></video:description>
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      <video:description><![CDATA[One potato chip startup hits the block with unique Chicago flavors – like the iconic Italian beef made popular by the TV shows The Bear – creating a sense of belonging one deli and grocer at a time. ]]></video:description>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-10T13:39:21.28Z</lastmod>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-10T13:27:23.28Z</lastmod>
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